The shift-lock system prevents shifting out of P unless the brake pedal is depressed.
To shift from P:
1. Depress and hold the brake pedal.
2. Start the engine.
3. Press and hold the lock-release button.
4. Move the selector lever.
NOTE
Automatic Transaxle Controls
Shift-Lock OverrideMazda 6 Owners Manual: Meters and Gauges
Instrument Cluster Type A
Type B
Steering Switch
1 - Speedometer 2 - Odometer, Trip Meter and Trip Meter Selector 3 - Tachometer
4 - Dashboard Illumination 5 - Trip Computer and INFO Switch 6 - Engine Coolant
Temperature Gauge 7 - Fuel Gauge 8 - Outside Temperature Display 9 - Cruise
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Mazda 6 Owners Manual: Cell Phones
WARNING
Please comply with the legal regulations concerning the use of communication
equipment in vehicles in your country: Use of any electrical devices such
as cell phones, computers, portable radios, vehicle navigation or other devices
by the driver while the vehicle is moving is dangerous ...